Brainerd Lakes Regional (BRD) Airport Limo Service

Stretch Limo Service to and from Brainerd Lakes Regional (BRD) Airport

Your Delta Connection jet touches down on Runway 5/23, the cabin door opens, and within minutes you are settled into a black sedan with the heat running and the chauffeur already pointed toward Highway 210. That is how Union Limousine handles every arrival at Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport. Our Minnesota airport limo service covers BRD along with every commercial airport in the state, and the Brainerd team specializes in resort runs to Gull Lake, Pelican Lake, Whitefish Chain and the Cuyuna Lakes.

The Brainerd Lakes Area pulls in golfers, anglers, wedding guests and corporate retreats all year, and most of them need to move between the terminal and a lodge that sits 15 to 40 minutes away on county roads. We handle that distance with licensed chauffeurs, late model vehicles and a dispatcher who watches your flight from the moment it leaves Minneapolis.

Why Book a Chauffeur at BRD?

BRD is a small terminal with a single baggage carousel, which means taxis and rideshare drivers are thin on the ground when a full CRJ unloads at once. A prebooked chauffeur removes the guessing. Your driver is parked in the free lot steps from the doors before the aircraft is on the ground, and your name is on a sign inside the terminal.

• Flight tracking on every Delta arrival and departure, with pickup times adjusted automatically
• Complimentary 60 minute wait on domestic arrivals, so a late bag never costs you extra
• Child seats, ski racks and extra luggage space arranged at booking
• Flat quoted pricing to Nisswa, Pequot Lakes, Crosslake, Breezy Point and Crosby
• Chauffeurs who know the back way around Baxter when Highway 371 backs up on a Friday

Resort and Lodge Transfers

Grand View Lodge, Cragun's, Madden's on Gull Lake and Breezy Point Resort all sit north of the airport on roads that twist around water. Union Limousine drivers run these routes weekly and know which lodge entrance to use for check in. Guests who want a limo service in Minnesota that also covers Duluth, Rochester and the Twin Cities can keep the same account for every trip in the state.

Corporate Travel and Camp Ripley

Executives flying in for meetings at Essentia Health St. Joseph's Medical Center, Central Lakes College or the Crow Wing County Courthouse get a quiet cabin, phone chargers and an invoice that lands in their inbox before they reach the lobby. Military and contractor groups headed to Camp Ripley near Little Falls ride together in a Sprinter van with room for duffels and gear.

Fleet Sized for the Lakes Area

Every vehicle is detailed between trips, inspected on a fixed schedule and driven by a chauffeur who has passed background and road checks. Pick the size that fits your party and your luggage.

Sedans, Up to 3 Passengers

Lincoln and Cadillac sedans for solo business travelers, couples heading to a lakeside wedding, and anyone who wants a quiet ride to Nisswa after a long connection through MSP.

SUVs, Up to 6 Passengers

Suburban and Escalade class SUVs with space for golf bags, coolers and winter gear. The usual choice for families bound for Breezy Point or a foursome booked at Deacon's Lodge.

Stretch Limousines, Up to 20 Passengers

Bar lighting, leather seating and a chauffeur in a dark suit for bridal parties, anniversary dinners at Prairie Bay and milestone birthdays on the Whitefish Chain.

Sprinter Vans, Up to 14 Passengers

High roof vans with individual captain chairs, USB power and rear luggage racks. Built for corporate retreats, fishing groups and extended families arriving on the same Delta flight.

Party Buses, Up to 30 Passengers

Perimeter seating, sound systems and coolers for bachelor weekends at Brainerd International Raceway, brewery runs through Crosby and bar hopping along Laurel Street downtown.

Mini Charter Buses, Up to 35 Passengers

Forward facing coach seats and overhead storage for conference groups, youth hockey teams and reunions splitting time between the airport and Lum Park.

Full Size Charter Buses, Up to 56 Passengers

Restroom equipped motorcoaches with underfloor luggage bays for large weddings, church groups and tour operators moving guests between BRD, Mille Lacs Lake and the Twin Cities.

Airport Information: Brainerd Lakes Regional (BRD)

Airport Details at a Glance

• Airport Name: Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
• Airport Code: BRD (ICAO: KBRD)
• Address: 16384 Airport Rd #5, Brainerd, MN 56401, United States
• Phone: +1 218 825 2166
• Official Website: brainerdairport.com
• Owner: City of Brainerd and Crow Wing County, run by the Airport Commission
• Location: about 4 miles northeast of downtown Brainerd on Highway 210, on the south bank of the Mississippi River

History and Importance

Aviation in the Lakes Area dates to the 1920s, when Henry Rosko kept the region's first airfield. The City of Brainerd purchased roughly 900 acres east of town in 1945, Crow Wing County joined as a partner, and an Airport Commission was formed in 1947 after a push by Walter Wieland. North Central Airlines opened scheduled service in 1948 with a single daily round trip on a ten seat Lockheed 10A. The field took the name Walter Wieland Field in 1965 and later became Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport. The airline terminal arrived in the 1980s, was expanded in the 1990s, and reopened in 2012 after a remodel that added the jet bridge still in use today. The site now covers about 1,475 acres with two main runways, the longer of which stretches past 7,000 feet.

BRD matters because it is the only commercial airport within a reasonable drive of the Brainerd Lakes resorts. Flying here saves the three hour haul from the Twin Cities and the parking fees that come with it, which is why the Federal Aviation Administration lists it as a primary commercial service airport.

Airlines Operating from BRD

Delta Connection, operated by SkyWest on Bombardier CRJ regional jets, flies the only scheduled passenger route. Sun Country runs seasonal charter departures to Laughlin, Nevada tied to resort packages. Bemidji Aviation, FedEx Feeder and UPS handle cargo and contract flying, and NorthPoint Aviation serves private jets as the full service FBO.

Domestic Destinations

Every scheduled flight goes nonstop to Minneapolis Saint Paul International, a 114 mile hop of about one hour. From the MSP hub, Delta's network puts one stop service within reach of roughly 89 destinations, with Chicago, Denver, Phoenix, Atlanta, Boston, Los Angeles, Seattle and Orlando among the busiest connections for Brainerd passengers. Delta also credits an extra 200 plus frequent flier miles on each segment that starts or ends at BRD.

Terminal Information

BRD runs a single level terminal with one jet bridge, a TSA checkpoint, free Wi Fi and Wings Airport Cafe, which serves breakfast through dinner and is open to the public. Ticket counters close 45 minutes before domestic departures, and passengers without checked bags are asked to check in at least 30 minutes ahead. Alamo, Enterprise and National keep rental counters on site.

Quick fact: the walk from the parking lot to the ticket counter takes about 30 seconds.

Passenger Traffic

FAA records show 22,233 boardings in 2018, a figure that broke a record standing since 1985, and the airport topped 20,000 enplanements the year before. Bureau of Transportation Statistics data for the twelve months ending August 2024 counted about 15,000 passengers on the Minneapolis route. August 2022 set the airport's best August on record, a sign of how strongly resort travel rebounded.

Parking Overview

Parking at BRD is free for both short and long term stays, with the well lit lot located just outside the terminal doors and no charge for vehicles parked under 45 days. The Fly BRD page on the airport site keeps current notes on lot capacity and any construction detours on Airport Road.

Pick Up and Drop Off Guidance

Departing passengers are dropped at the curb directly in front of the terminal entrance, where a chauffeur can unload luggage and golf bags in under a minute. For arrivals, your driver waits inside near the baggage carousel holding a name board, then walks you to the vehicle in the adjacent lot. There is no cell phone lot and no need for one, since the free lot absorbs waiting vehicles without a queue.

Ground Transportation Options

Choices beyond a private chauffeur are limited. The three rental car brands at the terminal cover self drive. Brainerd and Crow Wing Public Transit runs a dial a ride service on weekdays from 6 am to 6 pm across Brainerd, Baxter, Crosby and Pequot Lakes, though every trip must be scheduled through dispatch in advance and the buses do not keep a fixed stop at the airport. A local taxi company and a shared shuttle serve the resorts on request.

Tips for Arriving Passengers

• Book ground transportation before you fly; on holiday weekends the rental counters sell out
• Allow extra time on Highway 210 and Highway 371 during summer construction season
• Winter arrivals should expect sub zero wind chills between the door and the lot; our chauffeurs preheat the cabin
• Check the Delta app for inbound aircraft status, since the MSP turn sets the BRD departure
• Cell coverage drops around Gull Lake, so share your lodge address with your chauffeur at booking

Winter Travel Note

Crow Wing County plows state and county highways aggressively, but resort driveways and township roads near Crosslake and Emily can stay slick for hours after a storm. Our drivers run winter tires from November through April and check the Crow Wing County travel information page for closures before each run.

Why a Prebooked Chauffeur Beats Taxis and Rideshare at BRD?

Rideshare supply around Brainerd is sparse at best, and a single taxi operator cannot absorb 70 passengers walking off a CRJ at the same moment. A Union Limousine reservation through our Minnesota airport chauffeur service locks a vehicle, a driver and a price to your flight number. You get a child seat if you asked for one, a Sprinter if you are eight people with coolers, and a driver who already knows that the gate code at your Whitefish Chain rental was texted to him that morning. Nobody stands in the cold refreshing an app.

Serving the Whole Brainerd Lakes Area

From the terminal we cover Brainerd and Baxter in under 15 minutes, Nisswa and Gull Lake in about 25, Pequot Lakes and Breezy Point in 35, and Crosslake or Crosby in roughly 40. Little Falls, Aitkin and Mille Lacs Lake each sit within an hour. Groups booking a tournament at Cragun's Legacy Courses or a company outing at Brainerd International Raceway can pair airport pickups with a Minnesota charter bus service that handles the daily shuttling once everyone has landed. The Explore Brainerd Lakes trip planner from the Brainerd Lakes Chamber is a useful starting point for choosing a lodge, and our dispatch can quote any address on it.

Nearby Airports We Also Cover

Travelers who find a better fare into St. Cloud Regional (STC), 90 miles south, or Minneapolis Saint Paul International (MSP), about 130 miles away, can still reach the lakes with us. We also run transfers between Bemidji Regional (BJI) and Range Regional in Hibbing (HIB) for guests moving across northern Minnesota. One limo service account covers every airport in the state.

Reserve Your Brainerd Lakes Regional (BRD) Airport Limo Today

Book online in two minutes or call our 24 hour dispatch with your flight number, passenger count and lodge address. Union Limousine confirms by email with your chauffeur's name and vehicle, then sends a text when the car is in position at BRD. Reservations made before 6 pm are guaranteed for next morning arrivals, and we hold cancellation free of charge up to 24 hours before pickup. Whether you need a sedan for one or coaches for a 200 guest wedding at Grand View Lodge, our BRD airport car service desk will have a quote back to you the same day.